Fortress of the Muslim (Hisn al-Muslim)
Authentic daily du'as and adhkar from the Qur'an and Sunnah
Fortress of the Muslim — known in Arabic as Hisn al-Muslim (حصن المسلم) — is among the most beloved and widely used collections of du'a in the Muslim world. It brings together authentic supplications and remembrances taken from the Qur'an and the authentic Sunnah, arranged around the occasions of daily life. Its very name captures its purpose: the remembrance of Allah is a fortress that shields and steadies the believing heart.
The collection was compiled by the Saudi scholar Sheikh Sa'id ibn Ali ibn Wahf al-Qahtani (may Allah have mercy on him), who referenced each supplication to its source in the Qur'an and the Sunnah. It is organized by everyday situations — morning and evening, before sleep, entering and leaving the home, eating, travel, moments of worry, and after the prayer — so the right words are always close at hand. On this page you will find each du'a in the original Arabic, a clear transliteration to guide your pronunciation, and an English translation of its meaning.
Chapters
Browse the supplications across eleven chapters, from the adhkar of morning and evening to the du'as of travel, prayer, and times of worry.
- 1Morning and Evening50 supplications
- 2Clothing and Cleanliness7 supplications
- 3Entering and Exiting Places11 supplications
- 4Prayer51 supplications
- 5Worries and Concerns12 supplications
- 6Nature10 supplications
- 7Fasting (Ramadan)5 supplications
- 8Food and Drink5 supplications
- 9Travel10 supplications
- 10Hajj and Umrah6 supplications
- 11Miscellaneous22 supplications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fortress of the Muslim (Hisn al-Muslim)?
Fortress of the Muslim, or Hisn al-Muslim in Arabic, is a widely used collection of authentic du'as (supplications) and adhkar (remembrances) drawn from the Qur'an and the Sunnah. Its name reflects a simple idea: the remembrance of Allah is a fortress that protects and comforts the believer throughout the day.
Who compiled Hisn al-Muslim?
It was compiled by the Saudi scholar Sheikh Sa'id ibn Ali ibn Wahf al-Qahtani (may Allah have mercy on him), who passed away in 2018. He gathered supplications established in the Qur'an and the authentic Sunnah and noted their sources so readers could rely on them with confidence.
What does the book contain and how is it organized?
It contains du'as and adhkar for the everyday occasions of a Muslim's life, arranged by situation — such as morning and evening, before sleep, eating, travel, prayer, and times of worry. On Ezani these are grouped into eleven chapters, making it easy to find exactly the supplication you need at any moment.
Are the supplications authentic and taken from the Qur'an and Sunnah?
Yes. The collection is known for gathering supplications that are established in the Qur'an and the authentic Sunnah, with their sources referenced. This is one of the reasons it is trusted and used by Muslims across the Balkans, Turkey, and the wider Muslim world.